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DESIGN FOR LIFE

Close-up of silver and brown headphones on a wooden surface, with a blurred background. The mood is calm and focused.

Close-up of silver and brown headphones on a wooden surface, with a blurred background. The mood is calm and focused.

The Quiet Revolution: Why Listening Bars Are the New Place to Unwind

A new kind of nightlife is emerging—quieter, warmer, and more intentional. Discover the global revival of listening bars, from Tokyo’s jazz.

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 18, 20253 min read

pink table with plate and dessert

pink table with plate and dessert

Celebrate Easter with a Rococo Revival twist: An Ode to Softness, Storytelling & the Art of Gathering

Celebrate Easter with a Rococo Revival twist—pastels, gilded accents & indulgent bites fit for Marie Antoinette. A brunch like no other!

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 15, 20255 min read

Person painting a brown pottery cup with a brush, surrounded by colorful paint containers on a cloth-covered table. Calm, creative mood.

Person painting a brown pottery cup with a brush, surrounded by colorful paint containers on a cloth-covered table. Calm, creative mood.

What Is Hobby Core—and Why Does Everyone Suddenly Have a Personality Made of Clay, Thread, and Aesthetic Film Grain?

The rise of Hobby Core is redefining cool—knitting, clay kits & candle-making are in. But is it passion, performance or community?

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 13, 20255 min read

Candles in a brass holder are lit, surrounded by white flowers, pearls, and a compact on a green surface against a dark draped background.

Candles in a brass holder are lit, surrounded by white flowers, pearls, and a compact on a green surface against a dark draped background.

Surreal Soirée: 7 Ways to Host the Dreamiest Dinner Trend of 2025

Step into the dreamworld of Surreal Soirées—where sculptural candles drip with meaning, and place settings defy logic.

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 11, 20252 min read

Woman works on a laptop in a cozy cafe with large windows, plants, and a blue bicycle outside. Urban street view in the background.

Woman works on a laptop in a cozy cafe with large windows, plants, and a blue bicycle outside. Urban street view in the background.

If LinkedIn Jobs Were Action Figures: The Meme That Mirrors How Branded Our Work Lives Have Become

We’re living in a world where personal branding is no longer optional—it’s collectible. This viral LinkedIn trend of turning professionals into toy-like action figures reflects how deeply aestheticized our careers have become. What started as a meme has quickly become a cultural mirror. Dive into why—and how to make your own.

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 10, 20253 min read

ssorted croissants with red and brown striped patterns, some topped with nuts, arranged on a white background, evoking a festive mood.

ssorted croissants with red and brown striped patterns, some topped with nuts, arranged on a white background, evoking a festive mood.

Still Life, Reimagined: The Rise of Fake Food in Interior Design

Explore the emotional, aesthetic, and sensory pull of fake food décor in 2025

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 9, 20254 min read

Cast members of "The White Lotus" in tropical setting with temple, foliage. Text: "The Emmy Award Winning Series Returns. Same Luxury, New Reservations."

Cast members of "The White Lotus" in tropical setting with temple, foliage. Text: "The Emmy Award Winning Series Returns. Same Luxury, New Reservations."

White Lotuscore: How Resortwear Became Fashion’s Most-Wanted Getaway

Resortwear 2025 is more than a trend—it's a White Lotus-fuelled fantasy of palm prints, branded dreams, and jet-set storytelling.

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 3, 20254 min read

A Taste of Happiness: Designing a Dopamine Menu That Feels Like You

A Taste of Happiness: Designing a Dopamine Menu That Feels Like You

A Taste of Happiness: Designing a Dopamine Menu That Feels Like You

Curate joy with a dopamine menu—small pleasures, indulgent treats & mindful rituals for everyday happiness.

Maheshwari Raj

Apr 1, 20255 min read

A person sits on a grassy field, facing lush trees under a blue sky with fluffy clouds. A straw hat lies nearby, creating a peaceful scene.

A person sits on a grassy field, facing lush trees under a blue sky with fluffy clouds. A straw hat lies nearby, creating a peaceful scene.

The Ghibli AI Portrait Trend: Escaping into a Soft World of Stillness, Story, and Sentimentality

The Ghibli trend blends soft aesthetics, AI art, and slow living into a visual escape. Discover how to Ghiblify your world.

Maheshwari Raj

Mar 29, 20255 min read

a glass bottle next to cinnamon

a glass bottle next to cinnamon

The Scent of Celebration: How Fragrance Weaves Memory & Modernity Into Eid 2025

Eid 2025 is a celebration of scent—where oud softens, attars return, and bakhoor redefines ambiance. A fragrance ritual, reimagined.

Maheshwari Raj

Mar 27, 20255 min read

Cheese, egg with text, and open sardine can displayed on ice cubes against a blue and pink backdrop. Bright and surreal composition.

Cheese, egg with text, and open sardine can displayed on ice cubes against a blue and pink backdrop. Bright and surreal composition.

Savouring Luxury: How Fashion is Seducing Consumers Through Taste and Café Marketing

Luxury is no longer just something you wear—it’s something you taste.

Maheshwari Raj

Mar 21, 20254 min read

Pickleball Mania: How This Sport Became the Unexpected Star of the Decade

Pickleball Mania: How This Sport Became the Unexpected Star of the Decade

Pickleball Mania: How This Sport Became the Unexpected Star of the Decade

Pickleball, a fusion of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, has surged in popularity, boasting over 36 million players worldwide.

Maheshwari Raj

Mar 19, 20254 min read

2 girls having coffee under the sunlight

2 girls having coffee under the sunlight

Why Gen Z is Obsessed with Iced Coffee—And the Shift Towards Artisanal Cafés

Iced coffee isn’t just a drink—it’s a cultural movement. From its rise as a Hollywood prop to becoming Gen Z’s favourite lifestyle accessory

Maheshwari Raj

Mar 15, 20255 min read

People throwing colours in the air

People throwing colours in the air

Maximalist Holi Tablescapes: A Riot of Colour, Texture & Storytelling

Holi is a festival that celebrates colour, chaos, and joy—so why should your tablescape be any different?

Maheshwari Raj

Mar 12, 20255 min read

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